What is Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)?

A combination of letters and numbers that identifies the vehicle’s make, model, and year. Usually found on the dashboard, vehicle registration, or title.

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Related Legal Terms
PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (PIN), BANK IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (BIN), DIALED NUMBER IDENTIFICATION SERVICE (DNIS), TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (TIN), MANUFACTURER’S IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (MID), EXPORTER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER, EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (EIN), COMMITTEE ON UNIFORM SECURITY IDENTIFICATION PROCEDURE (CUSIP) NUMBER, TARGET MARKET IDENTIFICATION, Leased Vehicle


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